NEW SHARON – Thanks to the federal stimulus package, a $761,000 construction road project on Route 27 will begin immediately.
The state’s Department of Transportation has listed among its projects to be completed since the federal infusion of funding earmarked for infrastructure upgrades was announced, the resurfacing of a 2.65 mile stretch of Route 27 from the York Hill Road intersection to the intersection of Route 2 & 27.
State Rep. Paul Gilbert, D-Jay, announced that of the federal recovery package funds sent to Maine, a portion of MDOT’s share would go to the local project.
“This is great news for New Sharon and the entire state,” said Gilbert. “The Route 27 highway serves business and commerce in the area and is a major artery from the province of Quebec to the coast of Maine.”
The Transportation Department identified a number of projects around the state that were highest on its priority list and is ready to begin construction as soon as the bidding process is complete. The state has set a goal of completing all projects during the upcoming construction season.
Further information about how the recovery package funds will be invested will be coming out in the following weeks.
